Lead, Program Management

L3Harris Technologies; Greenville (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Greenville, TX is seeking a Lead, Program Management to drive the execution of USAF Big Safari -135 contracts from inception through completion. You will coordinate proposals, schedules, budgets, and customer reviews while guiding cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, and operations.

The role requires a strong leadership presence, extensive PM experience, and the ability to interface with customers and internal stakeholders to ensure program success

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 9+ years related experience required.
• Graduate Degree with 7+ years preferred.
• In lieu of a degree, minimum 15 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cost, schedule and technical performance of programs or subsystems.
• Lead proposals, business plans, and contract terms discussions.
• Primary customer contact for program activities and reviews with cost, schedule and performance.
• Direct work across technical, production and administrative areas to meet contract commitments.
• Ensure successful completion of programs and compliance with company policies.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's Degree with 9 years before experience

Graduate Degree with 7 years before experience

15 years experience in lieu of a degree

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Lead, Program Management

Job Code: 41999

Job Location: Greenville, TX

Schedule: 9/80 REG

Job Description

L3Harris is seeking to fill a Program Manager Non-Supervisory Position within the IDG Business Area. The Program Manager Lead will provide leadership and guidance with bids, proposals, and all aspects of the execution of awarded USAF Big Safari -135 aircraft contracts. This position will be responsible for sustaining Program Management processes and approaches with Programmed Depot Maintenance and Modification, Installation, Test & Data efforts across -135 airborne platforms and directs all phases of programs from inception through completion.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of assigned programs or subsystems of major programs.
• Coordinates and provides guidance in the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contract.
• Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes.
• Acts as primary customer contact for program activities; leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Fulfills customer needs to ensure their satisfaction and continued business.
• Develops new business or expands the product line with the customer.
• Establishes program plans, milestones, and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules.
• Develops control systems and reports that accurately measure progress, identifies program problems, and obtains solutions such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications.
• Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, production and administrative areas.
• Ensures the meeting of company's contract commitments.
• Sets the highest ethical standards for self and others.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 9 years prior experience, Graduate Degree with 7 years prior experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 15 years of prior related experience.
• Experience interfacing with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and management personnel onsite and offsite.
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Additional Skills

• Knowledgeable of proposal development process.
• Experience with integrated program scheduling, risk management, subcontracts, and EVMS.
• Knowledge of Big Safari -135 program.
• Demonstrated ability in project management, with exceptional verbal and written communication, negotiation, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong aeronautical engineering background.
• Knowledge of existing L3H processes, tools, and operations - specifically related to manufacturing and operations.
• Flexibility in working with others at all levels of the organization that participates in the bid and proposal process and the execution of contracts.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer.